how to make marmorino

The origin of Venetian marmorino as a decoration is very ancient, but in recent years it has definitely come back into vogue. Characteristic of this precious stucco is that it creates suggestive plays of light and dark and a smooth, indeed marble-like, which give elegance and refinement to the walls . But if once this decoration was the prerogative of wealthy and wealthy families, today it is within everyone’s reach. But how is marmorino made? Let’s find out below. 

How to make marmorino in a few steps

Let’s start by saying that making marmorino is possible but not very simple . If you don’t have particular manual skills it is better to ask for the help of a professional because it would be a real shame to waste material and waste a lot of time having to remedy any errors. 

First, you need to prepare the wall with primer. Once this is dry you can give a coat of marmorino to smooth the wall. After this is dry you will proceed with a second coat and you will still have to wait for everything to dry. 

The last step is the most complex one, the one where manual skill plays a decisive role. Small portions of the product are applied with an American spatula. It requires a lot of patience and precision. Once this step has been completed, you can proceed with a Marseille soap wax to be spread with a woolen cloth.

The biocompatible marmorino

This type of plaster is easily recognized by its smooth surface. Its name is due to the final effect obtained: thanks to the meticulous finishing the effect is that of a wall as smooth as marble.

But how is colored marmorino made? In ancient times, marmorino was left in its natural colour, therefore white, beige or even sand depending on the type of lime and aggregates that were mixed in the mixture, or it could be colored with mineral pigments. 

We repeat, however, that to obtain a truly satisfactory result requires a lot of manual skill, so if you don’t have a minimum of experience it is better to turn to professionals.